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Building a Monster Upper Back

A huge and thick upper back is the hallmark of the alpha strength athlete. Only those with the fortitude and will to train with the requisite intensity will achieve the kind of upper back that literally intimidates and inspires awe in all who see it.

If you truly want the biggest and strongest back possible, it is necessary to combine the best of both the powerlifting and bodybuilding worlds!

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Old 09-29-2006, 10:28 AM   #1
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Deeder/ Ruffian Pix

Yes we are who we say we are!!! The following are some pix of us we took last night. Im not entirely happy with mine so ill probably redo some of
them, and there is no leg shots for either of us on here. Deeder has his on another thread and I have no need to show you my swollen knee. Internet sympathy isnt cool.

Without further adieu!

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Feel free to give us some feedback!
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Old 09-29-2006, 10:36 AM   #2
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Anyone else find it wierd that she would post pics of me?
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Old 09-29-2006, 04:45 PM   #3
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Yes. Yes I do. Like she's comparing herself to you or something.
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Old 09-29-2006, 07:54 PM   #4
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Yes. Yes I do. Like she's comparing herself to you or something.
LOL! I have bigger... ummm... everything! WOOT!

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Old 09-29-2006, 10:01 PM   #5
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Both of your back double-bi shots are really good!
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Old 09-30-2006, 12:08 AM   #6
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Anyone else find it wierd that she would post pics of me?
I find it weird that she would date YOU... but if she wants to date down, that's her business...

LOL! Just kidding... kind of.
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Old 09-30-2006, 12:30 AM   #7
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I find it weird that she would date YOU... but if she wants to date down, that's her business...

LOL! Just kidding... kind of.
Gee thanks
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Old 09-30-2006, 12:32 AM   #8
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Gee thanks
Ahh well... some people get my humor...
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Old 09-30-2006, 03:28 AM   #9
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You both have really good biceps!
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Old 09-30-2006, 10:02 AM   #10
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Anyone else find it wierd that she would post pics of me?
I got excited when the top came off until I realized it was just another guy.

Keep up the good work. By the way what kind of training are doing? What are your goals?

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Old 09-30-2006, 10:35 AM   #11
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Deeder- Nothing to say but you suck... lol... I definately didnt think that would be a big deal considering we HAVE been dating for a long time, and everyone on this site knows that 1) you are bigger then me and 2) that I am hotter then you (but only to the guys out there... assuming they're not gay. I guess if they were gay you would, in fact, be the hotter one... But just so I feel not so bad for being much littler and weaker; Im hotter ).

I figure that makes us even

Scarz- See above

Sensei- AS soon as I saw your comment I laughed and told deeder "See thats what you get for making me feel like a looser". It made my day...

David- Thank you! Im only like 2.5 inches off of him... Which is like super exciting for me! LOL

Sleepy- *shakes head* 'Nuff said.
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Old 09-30-2006, 11:14 AM   #12
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Ruffian: You're drop dead sexy. You have a very nice midsection and you have a nice back.

Deeder: You're a lucky man. Awesome back shot, by they way.
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Old 09-30-2006, 03:56 PM   #13
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I got excited when the top came off until I realized it was just another guy.

Keep up the good work. By the way what kind of training are doing? What are your goals?
I'm currently doing Korte's 3x3 in preparation for my upcoming powerlifting meet. Check out my journal for all the details!
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Old 09-30-2006, 08:28 PM   #14
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Ruffian - Big props on your shoulders! I know alot of girls tend to overlook back work, and you can really see it. Looking ace!

Deeder - Your lean, I hate you.
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Old 09-30-2006, 08:41 PM   #15
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You both look great. Deeder your back is nice. Ruffian great midsection and back and shoulders
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Old 10-01-2006, 07:53 PM   #16
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Sharkall- Thanks! Greatly appreciated

Risk- THANKS! LOL. Im a horseback rider so shoulder's are of extreme importance especially in dressage. So yeah, Its nice to hear that you can tell. I love my arnies... :P

Ricky- Thanks... It seems like my shoulders are one of my best features LOL. I am happy with that! Its nice to hear some good stuff.

And yes, even though Deeder wont admit it, he is very lean.
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Old 10-01-2006, 07:58 PM   #17
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Ruffian - sweet new tar - your back and delts (and bis) are looking GREAT!

Deeder, killer taper!

Great pix, both of you.
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Old 10-12-2006, 01:23 AM   #18
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lol... Deeder, she's too good lookin' for you!

BTW, you must be right-handed.

I can definitely see the difference between your left and right. It's the same deal with me though :/
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Yeah, that right forearm is probably a couple inches thicker than the left. Hmmmmmm....
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Old 10-12-2006, 12:46 PM   #20
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great shots. Lovin the smiles as well :P I see too many progress shots with people trying to put on a "game face" when you know they're just dying to grin
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Old 10-12-2006, 04:24 PM   #21
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I want some leg pics!

Ruffian - Nice back!
Deeder - Your looking lean as hell!
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Old 10-12-2006, 05:16 PM   #22
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I had posted leg pics a couple days before this thread...

http://64.191.89.25/showthread.php?t=85823
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Bench Only -- 358lbs -- 162.5kg -- Nov. 25, '07 (Provincial Record @ 90kg class)
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Old 10-12-2006, 05:38 PM   #23
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I am not posting leg shots right now cuz of my knee issues... i cant work them out so its kinda pointless for me to post pix of it.
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Old 10-12-2006, 05:52 PM   #24
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Yeah, i remember you posting about it.

Deeder's legs are looking strong.
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Old 10-14-2006, 05:03 PM   #25
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Both looking solid, good job!
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